While we hope and expect normal healing for all of our patients, it is good to be informed about possible complications. I want my patients to have the most accurate… Complications of Wisdom Teeth Extraction
Everyone responds a little differently to oral surgery. Using these tips can make a better recovery for everyone. Bleeding Don’t panic about bleeding. When blood mixes with saliva it may… Tips for Recovery After Wisdom Tooth Removal
No one wants a dry socket. It is an unwanted risk of the healing process. The best known prevention of a dry socket is platelet rich plasma (PRP). There have… Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) to Prevent Dry Sockets
What is the best pain medicine to take after wisdom teeth removal or dry socket? It is normal to have some pain after wisdom teeth removal. Dry sockets are the result of… Relief from Dry Socket Pain after Wisdom Teeth Removal
One of the most frequent questions I receive is, “What should I expect for wisdom teeth recovery and healing time after wisdom teeth removal?” The normal healing process after tooth… Wisdom Teeth Recovery & Healing Time
Several times a year I have dental patients who come to me after their tooth was knocked out after general surgery. The whole tooth could be knocked out or a… My tooth was knocked out during surgery intubation!
Let’s talk about silver (or amalgam) fillings. Silver or amalgam dental fillings have been used for hundreds of years due to being anti-bacterial and durable. Silver is a natural antibiotic.… Amalgam Filling Replacement
Dentistry and Oil Pulling I’ve had several of my patients ask about oil pulling and cavities. Here’s the bottom line up front: oil pulling will not reverse the effects of… Can Oil Pulling Reverse Cavities?
I’ve had the power go out a few times while doing dentistry. The most challenging incident of power loss was when I was in Iraq. The power was unreliable, and… Favorite Dental Stories #5
Everyone has bacteria in their mouth. You can’t get rid of them completely. In some cases bacteria in the mouth can enter the blood, collect in susceptible areas, and cause… Antibiotics & Dentistry